Come and look for Snowflake, an Albino Doe, at Pine Mountain Lake!
Location: Groveland, Yosemite Area, Gold Country & High Sierra, California, USA (By Groveland in the gated community of Pine Mountain Lake) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Keywords: House
A special message to you!
Kurt and I want to offer Fire/Police and Military a special discount as a thank you for your service. As Kurt is a firefighter we know that it can be taxing on your family and that family get a ways are special. And as we own and manage our home, we are here for you right from the first email or phone call. And no hidden fees that others charge! After all, we want you to come again, not just as future guests, but friends! So call soon. Peak season books fast at our home!
Best Regards,
Kathy & Kurt
Come see why The Americana by Porch Swing Vacation Homes is one of the most booked vacation homes in Pine Mountain Lake, it really does have it all! Having difficulty knowing if the home is as it seems to be? Then check out our website, porchswingvacationhomes,com for our photos of the Americana and area!
***NEW this year! Why start your vacation "out of pocket" money and have to wait weeks after your stay for your refund? As a convenience to our guests, both repeat and new, we are only requiring a authorization for the security deposit. Call for details. And we are proud to say that we remit sales tax to support our beautiful area!
At The Americana you will find a beautiful home that is in the perfect location. On the fairway, away from the traffic and noise, but close enough to walk to the action of the lake. All this without having to spend a long time driving from the main gate, the only way in for guests of Pine Mountain Lake, to your home. The perfect location!
The Americana is ideal for those who want it all: golf, beach, hot tub, view or quiet getaway without being hit up for extra fees. The beauty of this decorated golf course home is evident from the first step inside. You'll be greeted with a gift bag of goodies, and an open floor plan that is ideal for entertaining friends and family.
Tired of having to haul it with you? Packing linens, spices, charcoal, etc. not a great way to start your trip? Do you need to check in with work, or family via the Internet, fax or phone calls? We have tried to anticipate every need you might have. From luxury sheets, to the fax machine, you will find no expense spared.
In the kitchen you will find it well stocked for all your cooking needs. From a griddle for your morning pancakes to china for that special romantic celebration, it's all there!
After your round of golf, time on the lake, or the day at Yosemite, BBQ with the gas grill on the back deck overlooking the fairway and watching the deer walk through the yard just about nightly! Look for Snowflake, the albino doe as well as other doe's who bring their fawns to visit!
Or enjoy a bike ride with one of the bikes provided, a game of ping pong, air hockey, or darts. You can take a short walk to the beach to swim or catch the lake taxi for a ride (Available in the summer) or swim at the pool as our guest or at one of the 4 beaches at Pine Mt Lake. Horseshoes are provide to use at the horseshoe pits a short distance away. The Stables can provide trail rides for those horse lovers, or for those more adventurous, how about a rafting trip down the river!
Looking for a quiet romantic night? How about relaxing in the hot tub, or sitting in the backyard swing to take in the view of the golf course with your Sweetie. But don't forget that with just 26 miles to the entrance of the beautiful Yosemite National Park, you will have plenty of time to view the amazing and spectacular natural beauty of this national landmark. Come take in all 4 seasons of this spectacular place! Every season is one you'll want to experience.
Please read what others have said about our home. We are proud of The Americana, and we think you will be too when you call it your vacation home!
So what are you waiting for? Come. Be our guests at our privately owned vacation house. The Porch Swing is waiting for you!
*Experience the winter sports at Badger Pass. From mid- November through mid-March (weather permitting), you can enjoy outdoor ice-skating in Curry Village during the day and night. (call for snow reports before booking).
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : central Heat/AC
- Linens Provided : All linens and towels provided at no additional charge!
- Washer
- Dryer
- Garage
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed : 2 full size futons
- Crib : Porta Crib
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub : Looks out over the golfcourse! Just steps from your back door.
- Cable/Satellite TV (2)
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Air Hockey
- Shared Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Golf Course Front : watch them tee off right from your deck and dining room!
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- Other Amenities
- High speed Internet/computer, fax/printer, 4 Mt Bikes, Ping-Pong Table, porta-crib, high-chair, air hockey.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- ice-skating at Curry Village in Yosemite Valley.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May -Sep (Mem. nt - Labor nt) $200/nt (and tax)2 nt minimum.
After Labor Dy .. $160/nt 2 nt minimum.
No booking, parking, linen fee!
$125 Cleaning
$500 security deposit. Hold only so your not "out of pocket" the deposit
Specials through-out the year. Prices subject to change.Spring break higher rate
10% tax
July4,Christmas,Thanksgiving,Easter,Memorial Day, Labor Day 3 night Min./higher rt
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Rent sail boats or just relax in the sandy beach. The water is so clear! Pick up the water taxi and ride to the Marina!
Property Photos
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- Come and look for Snowflake, an Albino Doe, at Pine Mountain Lake! - Yosemite, CA Vacation Rental in Groveland
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- From Yosemite Floor - Yosemite, CA Vacation Rental in Groveland
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- Hide and Seek in a Winter Wonderland! - Yosemite, CA Vacation Rental in Groveland
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- snowball fight at Badger Pass
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- This beautiful beach is yours to enjoy!
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- Walk down to kick back and enjoy the beach!
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- Ask about our mule ride we took in Yosemite! Adventure of a lifetime!
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- Savoring the view after the ride to the top! Awe inspiring....
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- open and well stocked kitchen and large dining, plenty of room!
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- Home
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- Even the deer stop to watch the golf right out our back yard
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- Golf Course right out back!
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- Walk down and enjoy a sunset on the lake!
Traveler Reviews (39)
Three Generations
Guest: Three Generations
(Chittenango)
Date of Stay: 08/03/11
Review Submitted: 01/08/12
We were a family of a Grandfather, Mom, Dad and three teens 15,16 and 17 coming from Upstate New York. The house was super clean and orderly with enough room for all to find a place to relax. All our needs were met and found the community very helpful. My daughter had a golf lesson and the boys enjoyed the pool, as Mom relaxed by the pool and Dad and Grandpa enjoyed a refreshment at the bar. Yosemite was beautiful and the drive was enjoyable to the gate. Wish we had stayed longer, maybe in 2012. John and Shirley, Thank you again.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Home away from home!
Guest: Robin
(Ft. Lauderdale, FL)
Date of Stay: 05/20/11
Review Submitted: 05/24/11
We thoroughly enjoyed our recent stay here. Yosemite was a spectacular experience and it was nice to come back to a very warm and cozy environment. The grill and hot tub were perfect for evening dinner and relaxation and the ping pong and air hockey table was also much appreciated. The owners really thought of everything and even left us a welcoming basket! This truly is a wonderful experience to include in your Yosemite planning.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
...a deer was sitting in the drive....
Guest: C.P.
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Date of Stay: 08/04/10
Review Submitted: 01/01/11
We arrived at your beautiful home and a deer was sitting in the drive - we don't see many deer at home in the UK, the girls couldn't believe it! Yosemite was wonderful, we drove up to Glacier Point, went rafting, and did a couple of easy walks. Our highlight was being lucky enought to see a bear!! Thank you both for everything.
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We loved....
Guest: B.E. Ohio
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Date of Stay: 08/16/10
Review Submitted: 01/01/11
We loved staying in your home - very comfortable and in a great location, convenient to everything. We especially enjoyed watching the deer over coffee in the morning on the back porch! Thanks for helping to make this a wonderful family vacation!
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Wonderful Time!
Guest: New Zealand
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Date of Stay: 12/26/10
Review Submitted: 01/01/11
We had a wonderful time in your home. Yosemite was spectacular and this was the highlight of our trip so far. The house was very well-equipped and the spa was perfect during this cold weather. We all felt very at home here, and feel rested and ready to continue our trip around CA. Thank you!
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Perfect place for family with young children
Guest: Joanne
(Great Neck, NY, USA)
Date of Stay: 08/25/10
Review Submitted: 09/01/10
We were delighted to find a well-stocked kitchen and the cleaniness of the entire house. The cleaning lady is very responsible. The two futons in the living room really helped because 2 of my kids need to sleep alone. The owners even provides a computer with internet service and working printer! Supermarket down the road has everything you need. Swimming pool was amazing and the kids had lots of fun there. I would recommend this property to families who like to eat at home, because the golf course view is wonderful.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, families with young children.
So much more than we expected!!!!
Guest: thida.y
(modesto,ca)
Date of Stay: 04/16/10
Review Submitted: 04/19/10
we have fallen into the rental trap a few times when renting private homes which is what we prefer to do on vacation and we chose the Americana based on reviews and couldn't have been happier :) A lot of places list internet access, AC, games for children, well-stocked kit, etc only to have you check in and find out ac is not working or is actually just a whole house fan (NOT comfortable), games are few and incomplete and internet means bring the laptop and a lot of patience for dial-up but a comp w/flat screen monitor was even included. . from the moment we walked in and found our thoughtful little gift basket to the next morning when I went to bake my son's bday cake and didn't have to go in town looking for cupcake pans which I forgot and they provided, there wasn't one detail Kathy and Kurt didn't think of. "Well-stocked" doesn't do justice to their kitchen. . The beds were super comfortable, everything was clean which tends to be a problem with some private rentals, kitchen appliances were new and every utensil or pot/pan you could think of was provided, and not ancient, questionable ones like we've seen before, gas grill definitely a plus as opposed to charcoal and the layout was perfect for our 2 families-open and welcoming, but just enough separation if you need it :) She even left a recipe book and details on everything to do in the area although we found it perfectly fine to stay in and enjoy family movie night and the hot tub after a long day at Yosemite. . We saw deer everytime we left the house and in the morning on the course and even saw the albino deer which was gorgeous!! Security staff was friendly, lake is a 5 minute walk,nice and secluded since it's private I think. .My boys are hard to please and they asked if we could just live there and fish on the lake instead of coming home,lol :) Our trip was very last minute and Kathy couldn't have been more helpful or accomodating and just genuinely nice. If you are coming to yosemite you owe it to yourself to stay here, all you need to pack is your family and clothes!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Guest: Yan and Debbie Cardineau
(Santa Rosa, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/17/09
Review Submitted: 07/17/09
Our stay here couldn't have been nicer. Everything is clean, organized, and the home is well-located. The owners are attentive to your needs and are very hospitable. Our kids especially enjoyed the beach with the water trampolines and the yummy food at the snack bar. All of us loved the water to swim in within Yosemite. You could stay a LONG time here and not get bored!
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Guest: Don & Janet Huffaker
(Bakersfield CA)
Date of Stay: 06/20/09
Review Submitted: 06/20/09
Kurt and Kathy, Thank you so much for the use of your beautiful home for our annual family vacation to Yosemite! After many years of staying in Curry Village and showering in public showers and eating out of coolers, it was HEAVEN to go back to your home and have a hot, home cooked meal, relax in the hot tub, watch a movie and melt in your comfy beds! The basket of "treats" was very thoughtful and enjoyed by all. I loved your recipe book. I copied one of your recipes and left one of my own. Thank you so much for a wonderful vacation. I'm sure we'll be contacting you in years to come! Don & Janet Huffaker and family
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Guest: Marina Fishman
(San Francisco, CA)
Date of Stay: 09/04/08
Review Submitted: 09/04/08
We enjoyed our stay. The owners of the house have thought through every small wish one can have while being away from home. The house is very comfortable, everything was provided for and we just had to bring food and enjoy the stay. The beach is literally 5 min within walking distance and the view on golf course is great.
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